Captain Included boat rental and yacht charter
USCG Captain Included · Washington DC

Captain-Included Private Boat Rental in Washington, DC

With Have Yachts Club, every private charter comes with a USCG-licensed captain included — so no one in your group needs a boating license, and no one has to drive, navigate or dock. We are the DMV's private boat-charter concierge: we own our signature Party Pontoon and coordinate the captain, itinerary, boarding and timing for you. Your only job is to show up and enjoy the Potomac.

Private whole-boat charter · USCG captain included · BYOB-friendly · Book in minutes

A USCG-licensed captain operates the boat on every charter — you never drive
No boating license or experience required from anyone in your group
Our concierge coordinates the captain, route, boarding details and timing
Signature Party Pontoon from $400; larger boats arranged by concierge on request
Whole boat is private to your group, BYOB-friendly, with an included captain
Primary pickup at James Creek Marina; Diamond Teague at Navy Yard available as an alternate
The DMV's Private Boat-Charter Concierge

Why Have Yachts Club

Have Yachts Club is a full-service private boat-charter concierge on the Potomac. We own and operate our signature Party Pontoon (from $400, up to 8 guests) with a USCG-licensed captain included, and our concierge can arrange a larger boat — a two-deck catamaran or a luxury yacht — for bigger groups on request. One team handles the boat, captain, timing and boarding, so you just show up and enjoy the water.

You Relax, the Captain Drives

A captain-included charter means the licensed professional at the helm takes care of everything on the water — leaving the dock, navigating the Potomac, choosing a safe route, and bringing everyone home. Your group is free to eat, drink, take photos and enjoy the DC skyline instead of worrying about the boat. It is the easiest way to get on the water in the DMV, with zero boating knowledge required.

A Concierge Behind Every Charter

Have Yachts Club is more than a boat — we are a private-charter concierge. We match your group to the right vessel, include a USCG-licensed captain, confirm your James Creek Marina boarding details (or Diamond Teague at Navy Yard when arranged), and keep your timing on track. If your party outgrows the pontoon, our concierge sources a larger catamaran or luxury yacht so the whole plan still runs through one trusted team.

Captained Boats for Every Group Size

Private Party Pontoon

Up to 8 guests · from $400

Our signature owned boat — perfect for birthdays, date nights & small groups.

Two-Deck Catamaran

Up to 15 guests · Concierge-arranged

Room to spread out for bigger celebrations — sourced by our concierge on request.

Luxury Yachts

Sea Ray → 74′ Sunseeker · Concierge-arranged

Statement charters for corporate & VIP events, arranged by our concierge.

Captain-Included Charter FAQs

Yes. A USCG-licensed captain is included on every Have Yachts Club charter at no extra cost. You never operate the boat — the captain handles navigation, docking and safety.
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What captained-charter guests say about us

“had such a great time on the boat! Everything was amazing from start to finish. The boat was beautiful and the experience was even better. Our captain was very friendly professional and made sure we had a great time and felt comfortable throughout the whole trip. We really enjoyed ourselves and made some great memories. I would definitely recommend this experience to anyone looking for a fun and relaxing time on the water. I will definitely be coming back again!”

— Adisu legesse · Google review

“Great service! The captain was very professional, friendly, and helpful. He made sure we were comfortable and had a great experience. Highly recommend!”

— Evani Takele · Google review

“Everything was perfect. The guys were very helpful with helping us set up and making sure our group was comfortable.”

— Tamica Crawford · Google review

“Had a great time going out with friends on the pontoon boat! Owner is really cool”

— Skyler Jackson · Google review

“Awesome! Best birthday ever!!!”

— Elexus Brown · Google review

“Great Experience Ten Out Of 10”

— dominique brown · Google review

Where We Set Sail

Where Your Captained Charter Sets Sail

Primary pickup & drop-off: James Creek Marina · 200 V St SW, Washington, DC 20024 · Diamond Teague Park pier (Navy Yard) available as an alternate

Ready to cruise the Potomac without ever touching the wheel?

Rated 5 stars across the DMV